February 27 - March 1, 2026

Check out the top events in Boston this weekend below.

Highlights

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Celebrate the Year of the Horse at the Lunar New Year Lion Dance parade featuring cultural performances, arts and crafts, vendors, and more. Indulge in delicious prix fixe dining during Dine Out Boston, now through March 7! Browse more weekend highlights below.

Dine Out Boston Feb 24
  • Citywide
  • Recurring daily

Dine Out Boston is brought to you by Meet Boston, providing locals and visitors alike the opportunity to try many restaurants in the area at special prices. Participating restaurants offer prix fixe menus for both lunch and dinner - Reserve a table today! Diners can choose from a…

Boston100 Legacy Celebration Feb 27
  • HUE Boston

Join us for The Boston100 Legacy Celebration, an unforgettable evening in celebration of 100 years of black history uplifting the legacy of black excellence in Boston. We are honoring and celebrating the legacy of everyone who played a role the past 100 years of Black Boston…

Lunar New Year Lion Dance Parade Mar 01
  • Chinatown

Celebrate the Year of the Horse in Boston's Chinatown with the annual Lunar New Year Lion Dance Parade! Stop by the Chinese New Year Cultural Village and enjoy lion dances, live performances, Chinese calligraphy, and more. The parade starts at Phillips Square at 10 am. Click here…

Family-friendly

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Make the most of your family time with exciting activities for the whole family. Discover fun things to do with kids in Boston below.

Greenway Carousel Feb 27

In conjunction with the Frostival Ferris Wheel, The Greenway Carousel will be operating on the following schedule from February 6, 2026 – March 1, 2026: Fridays and Saturdays: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. February 16 – 19, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Please…

Family-friendly Arts & Crafts Feb 28
  • Boston Frostival Lodge, Copley Square
  • Recurring weekly on Saturday

Get the family together for a fun-filled day at the Boston Frostival Lodge in Copley Square, featuring arts and crafts for the whole family! Warm up with rich Belgian hot chocolate topped with toasted meringue from the Snack Box Boston food truck along with winter-themed bites…

Silent Headphone Cinema Feb 28
  • Boston Frostival Lodge, Copley Square
  • Recurring weekly on Saturday

Cozy up with a warm drink and comforting bites from Eataly Boston, then settle in for a silent, headphone-only movie experience at the Boston Frostival Lodge in Copley Square. This relaxed event takes place on Saturdays from noon to 2 pm. Movie Titles & Dates: February 7…

Kids Balloon Magic Show Feb 28

Join us for a Balloon Magic Show with Jungle Jim, a performance for kids of all ages (ideal for kids 3-9). This fun, high energy show will have children entertained and engaged from start to finish! The show is a combination of storytelling, exercises, magic, interactive play and…

Winter Fun

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Don't miss your last chance to experience the Frostival Lodge furnished by Wayfair featuring festive bites from Eataly, Winter Games–themed programming, curling, and more. Embrace the season with heated igloo dining, followed by fun winter activities like curling, ice skating, and ice bumper cars. Browse seasonal events and activities happening this weekend below.

Frostival Lodge Furnished by Wayfair Feb 24
  • Copley Square
  • Recurring daily

Step into winter magic at the Frostival Lodge furnished by Wayfair, now open in Copley Square as part of the inaugural Boston Frostival. This cozy, immersive escape blends Scandinavian charm, alpine lodge vibes, and a distinctly Boston flair—featuring shoppable Wayfair…

The Rink at Tall Ship Boston Feb 24

Celebrate the winter season with ice skating, ice bumper cars, chalet lounges, festive food, drinks, and the city skyline as your backdrop! Enjoy elevated comfort and ski lodge fare, while sipping on cocktails at our twenty-five foot ice bar. Ice Skating 60-minute skating…

Frostival Ferris Wheel Feb 25

See Boston From New Heights! This February, the Rose Kennedy Greenway becomes the ultimate winter hot spot with a towering Ferris Wheel offering sweeping skyline views. Picture yourself above the city lights and Boston’s iconic landmarks as your backdrop! Complimentary Community…

Curling at Seaport Feb 24

The curling lanes will be open from November 7th, 2025 - February 28th, 2026. Reservations are made through the Seaport Insider app. Each time slot booking will provide you with 1 curling lane reservation for a group of up to 8 people for 30-minutes. Upon arrival, attendees will…

Curling at The Liberty Feb 24

Winter has arrived in Boston, but that doesn’t mean the end of outdoor events at The Liberty Hotel! Join us for a winter Curling experience in the Liberty’s private patio. Enjoy curling on our synthetic rink, cocktails and light bites. You can once again throw stones at Beacon…

Synthetic Ice Skating at Ballers Feb 24

Winter hits differently in the Seaport. Ballers' innovative synthetic rink lets you glide under city lights without the bite of traditional ice, creating a winter playground for families, friends, and anyone ready to show off their best moves. Cozy firepits, hot drinks, and…

Ice Skating at the Boston Common Frog Pond Feb 24
  • Boston Commong
  • Recurring daily

The Frog Pond ice skating rink is now open for the 2025-2026 season! General Hours: Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:45 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM…

Lookout Rooftop Igloo Bar Feb 24

Enjoy the stunning views of the skyline and harbor all year long from the comfort of Boston's rooftop igloo bar — Lookout Rooftop. The rooftop kicks up the cozy factor during the cooler months, providing guests with specialty cocktails, small plates, and an exclusive igloo…

Ice Skating at Canal District Feb 24
  • Recurring daily

Skate @Canal District Kendall is a seasonal outdoor ice-skating rink located in the heart of Canal District Kendall, just off 3rd Street. Hours: Monday & Tuesday: Noon - 5pm* Wednesday & Thursday: Noon - 8pm Friday: Noon - 9pm Saturday: 11am - 9pm Sunday: 11am - 6pm…

Food, Beer, & Wine

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 Browse upcoming beer, wine, and food events in Boston below.

Boston Wine & Food Festival Feb 26

Step into an evening of unparalleled elegance and indulgence at our Grand Dinners in the iconic Wharf Room. With sweeping harbor views as your backdrop and a setting steeped in timeless grandeur, these evenings promise to be nothing short of extraordinary. Imagine a night where…

Femme Fête Wine Festival Feb 28

An intentional wine fair coming to Boston in February 2026 Femme Fête i s a wine & beverage fair, comprised entirely of women makers. These individuals prioritize responsible farming methods, execute fair labor practices & adhere to natural/sustainable winemaking…

Black History Month Brunch Feb 28

Chef Douglass Williams will host a special fundraising brunch on February 28 th , 10:30am at MIDA Fenway, with culinary stars Chef Chris Faison of Hell's Kitchen, Chef Chris Viaud of The Lake Estate on Winnisquam and Royal Smith, proprietor, D7 Tavern and Café cooking alongside…

Cooking Class: Hand-Pulled Noodles Feb 28

Learn how to make hand-pulled noodles from scratch with James Beard nominated Chef and PAGU owner, Tracy Chang. Tracy has given lectures on the science of hand-pulled noodles at Harvard, MIT, and Barcelona Science and Cooking World Congress. Our PAGU team will dive into the…

Sunday Jazz Brunch Mar 01

Step into a Sunday symphony at Rochambeau! Let jazz melodies serenade your brunch as you savor French delights and sip on expertly crafted cocktails. Our Parisian-inspired menu will elevate your weekend, accompanied by rotating local artists from 10:30am-2pm. Secure your spot in…

Music & Theater

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Experience a captivating performance in Boston. Explore top shows happening this weekend below.

We Had A World Feb 24

A dying woman calls her grandson and asks him to write a play about their family. “But I want you to promise me something,” she says. “Make it as bitter and vitriolic as possible.” In this searing, funny, and deeply personal play, the author of Prayer for the French Republic…

HPT 177: Salooney Tunes Feb 24

The Hasty Pudding Theatricals has delighted audiences as the oldest theatrical company in the United States, making it a beloved Harvard tradition and a celebrated stage for the next generation of talent. Completely written, produced, and performed by Harvard students, the…

Little Women Feb 26
  • The Dorothy and Charles Mosesian Center for the Arts, Watertown

Join the March family around the hearth as ASP explores one of the most beloved texts in American literature, in a bold new adaptation by Kate Hamill (Emma, The Odyssey, Pride & Prejudice). In the Victorian-era idylls of Concord, Jo March is anything but your classic…

Hadestown Feb 27

Welcome to HADESTOWN , where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and original director Rachel…

Dirty Dancing in Concert Feb 27

Join us for DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT, the classic film’s first live film-to-concert experience. Enjoy the digitally remastered hit film like never before on a full-size cinema screen, with a live band and singers performing the film’s iconic songs. With a soundtrack that marked a…

South Asian Showdown Feb 28
  • Strand Theatre, Dorchester

This will be the 17th year of the South Asian Showdown (SAS) due to the support of the teams, sponsors and community! We look to make this the BIGGEST SAS ever! Teams from all over North America & Canada have deemed us “one of the best Bollywood/Fusion competitions” in the…

Museums & Exhibitions

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Explore recently opened exhibitions and upcoming museum events below.

Winteractive Feb 24

Check out Winteractive, Downtown Boston’s Outdoor Winter Art Exhibition! Winteractive is a free, walkable art experience! The third annual edition of Winteractive features artworks and interactive play elements at 18 different sites, presented by the Downtown Boston Alliance…

Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel Feb 24

Walk beneath life-size reproductions of the Sistine Chapel ceiling. Every brushstroke, every detail — just feet away. Date Open Feb 12, 2026 – Close May 10, 2026 Duration 60 – 90 minutes Hours Wed - Sat: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM(last entry 7 PM) Sun: 11:00 AM…

Edmonia Lewis: Said in Stone Feb 26

Explore the first retrospective of acclaimed 19th-century Black and Indigenous sculptor Edmonia Lewis. Born in Greenbush, New York in 1844, Lewis became the first sculptor of Black and Indigenous (Mississauga) descent to achieve international recognition. Beginning her career in…